Psychiatric Technicians Salary in South Nebraska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Nebraska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $32,330 -24.1% vs national
Median hourly $15.54
10th percentile $30,980
90th percentile $44,330
National median $42,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,980
    25th
    $30,980
    50th (median)
    $32,330
    75th
    $38,180
    90th
    $44,330

    Top-paying metros for Psychiatric Technicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Stockton-Lodi, CA $91,910
    Napa, CA $83,960
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $82,440
    Vallejo, CA $82,170
    Eastern Sierra-Mother Lode Region of California nonmetropolitan area $81,440
    Visalia, CA $77,340

    Related occupations in South Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $79,680
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $59,690
    Pharmacy Technicians $38,100
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $62,090
    Physical Therapists $91,560
    Nurse Practitioners $128,730

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Psychiatric Technicians make per hour in South Nebraska?

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatric Technicians in South Nebraska is $15.54, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.51 or more per hour.

    Is South Nebraska above or below average for Psychiatric Technicians salaries?

    The median Psychiatric Technicians salary in South Nebraska is 24.1% below the national median of $42,590. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Psychiatric Technicians in South Nebraska?

    Entry-level Psychiatric Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $30,980 per year in South Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $30,980.